It’s late summer and the last of the warm weather flowers are blooming – so are your allergies. Goldenrod and ragweed are growing side by side along the road and …
Raised beds are a unique way to grow vegetables or flowers and have recently become more popular as many people have less space in their yard. However, it is important …
We all know that adding compost is a crucial element of keeping your garden rich and ensuring that your plants are nurtured and have the nutrients to stay healthy. Soil …
When walking the aisles at your local garden center looking for some compost to put on your garden, you may find yourself overwhelmed with the number of options available. With …
Pine trees drop thousands of needles each year. If you have pine trees on your property, you’ll probably find yourself looking for a way to get rid of them. Because …
If you’re a home gardener looking to reduce your waste output as much as possible while simultaneously creating nutrient-rich soil for your plants, composting is a great choice. Turning kitchen …
Permaculture design can be viewed as engineering using biological elements and natural forces. It can be difficult finding a straight answer on the full scope of opportunities and if a …
There’s a growing interest in permaculture, prompted by influential books, charismatic case studies, and the wonders of growing abundance from the bare earth. But nurseries are special cases requiring the …
An off-grid homestead is a dream for millions of people. Working with your hands, building your cabin in the woods, camping as you build, providing for your heat and water, …
Having maggots in your compost may sound like a really bad thing, especially if you’re squeamish and you don’t like bugs. If you’ve ever pulled the lid off your compost …
